Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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